Anyone who likes to take their time to really get to know a place will find plenty of scope here to explore. Not just by looking, but also by listening to stories, understanding the history and reflecting on what gives a city its unique character.

Here, new insights and moments of tranquillity naturally alternate. You’ll wander through historic streets, discover traces of the past and experience how culture, heritage and everyday life are intertwined.

What is there to discover?

If you’d like to find out more about the places you’re visiting, Maastricht offers plenty of opportunities to get to know the city better. Join a guided city walk and listen to the stories behind the historic streets and monuments. Visit a museum such as the Bonnefanten or the Maastricht Museum, admire the architecture of St Servatius Basilica or the Basilica of Our Lady, or discover the history of Fort Sint Pieter on a guided tour.

There is also plenty to discover outside the city centre. Take a walk up the Mount Saint Peter, visit Kasteel Buitenplaats vaeshartelt or enjoy a peaceful stroll through the Jekerdal. In this way, moments of deeper exploration alternate with the tranquillity of the surroundings, allowing you to experience the city and its landscape from different perspectives.

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In Maastricht, not everything has to be rushed. It’s precisely when you linger a little longer that you discover what makes a place special.

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Especially for your visit

Take a look at the tips below. You’ll find guided tours, museums, historic sites and lovely hotels that are ideal if you’d like to get to know the city a bit better.

Every neighbourhood has its own story. It’s only by venturing off the beaten track that you really get to know the city.